2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 456 kg more than 2001 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | LeSabre | Ram |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |